I use muzzle brakes on my varmint rifles. The brake allows me to watch bullet impact. I probably use it more for the misses, than for the hits(Yes I know I am the only one who misses). I like the brakes. We have our own rifle range, so consideration to others is not an issue. I realize the report is louder, but I always wear earplugs while at our range. When I shoot I wear muffs over the plugs. I also always wear shooting glasses at the range. Notice I say always, not only when I am shooting. I have suffered hearng loss from shooting(Or was it Pink Floyd), I just wish I started using my plugs and muffs earlier. I would even suggest for an avid shooter to have a set of custom earplugs made, they are not that expensive. Go to a Trap or Skeet shoot, there is usually a vendor there that can make the plugs for you. And who knows-you might get in 100 rounds.

When I am at our club(We have 2 skeet, 2 trap ranges, and a 200 meter rifle range), we never have any problems. All of our shooters are courteous, and friendly. I guess it pays to be from a small town. The problem is not the brakes, it is your shooters. Tom.